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CHICHEN ITZA  

The architectural, sight and sound wonder Chichen Itza was voted as a top wonder of the world by a new survey sponsored by UNESCO. This article is about my visit to this wonder of the Western Hemisphere.

From your first glimpse of the giant pyramid at Chichen Itza, you know you're visiting someplace out of the ordinary. The scale of the buildings indicates nothing less than a major urban center of a long-ago civilization.

The list of new world wonders includes The Great Wall of China, Petra, Christ the Redeemer, Machu Picchu, The Colisseum, and Taj Mahal

Virtual tourists are encouraged to cast their vote for the archaeological site

An informative piece on the societies and lifestyles of the ancient Mayan and Aztec cultures

Where are you going this Spring Break. Not sure yet? Here are six of the most popular Spring Break destinations.

Are the 'new' seven wonders the ones you know and love?

Latin America is home to some of the most beautiful natural and manmade wonders of the world. Here is a guide to the top manmade wonders of Latin America.

A politician who actually cares about the people he serves.

My casual guide to the City of Cancun and why I return year after year for this inexpensive trip to paradise.

Spending time in the tropical paradise of the Mayan Riviera is a nature and history lover's dream. An American woman's account of living in Playa del Carmen, Mexico and exploring the surrounding areas.

If you're planning a cruise in the Western Caribbean, there are a host of opportunities for you to commune with ancient Mayan history. But with so many options, how can a traveler know which Mayan Ruin excursion to pick? Here's a brief survey of the most common.

Wonder is a wonderful thing!

California has a lot of great Mexican food, but some are especially noteworthy. Read about where to find the best Mexican food in LA here.

Just recently the new Seven Wonders of the World were named, replacing the old Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

In an official declaration celebration, held on 07.07.07 in Lisbon (Portugal), the New 7 Wonders of the World were announced. Three of those 7 New Wonders are located in Latin American countries (Brazil, Perú, and México).

Mexico enjoys a wealth of selectedhistoric sites, with 27 properties on the World Heritage List. Most of the properties are ancient wonders and archaeological sites. Following are the significant sites found in Mexico.

Seven new sites were announced as the "New Seven Wonders of the World", but not everyone agrees with the need for a new list or the method used to determine the results.

The New 7Wonders Foundation has a website with 20 potential New Wonders of the World. The site is allowing anyone to vote once for free. The New 7 Wonders of the World will be announced July 7, 2007.

90,000 voters chose 7 new wonders of the world last week. Do you agree with them?

Chicago's IMAX Theater at Navy Pier to host 'Mystery of the Mayas' from June 18 to 24

Every well-visited country has its one big attraction, the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the place. Egypt has the Pyramids, France has the Eiffel Tower . . . there are a hundred more.

Cancun and its surrounding areas are exotic and exciting; there is something for everyone in the Mayan Riviera. Here are some ideas for your next trip.

Commemorating the life and legacy of the artist with special events

If your family needs something fun to do, pack up the kids and go to your local natural history museum. There, you will find a whole world of interesting and educational exhibitions from dinosaurs to the natural world of today.

As part of a more aggressive international promotional strategy in North America, the Mexico Tourism Board (MTB) will open a marketing office in Washington, D.C. in June, bringing the total number of offices in the region to nine.

Pursuing the potential at the China Outbound Travel and Tourism Market

These and other developments announced by Mexico Tourism Board CEO, Francisco Lopez Mena at Cancun Media Marketplace

Make learning fun for the family by going sightseeing at historical places. This makes a great history lesson for the kids, and teaches things in a fun way instead of by the book.

International tourism revenues up 14.6 percent compared with same period last year

Event marks second time in 15 years that Mexico's capital city has played host

There are many exciting things to do and see in the Yucatan aside from Cancun's nightlife and Playa del Carmen's lovely beaches. Here are some tips by an American, who lived there for two years.

This is my article on the Roman Colleseum. It also covers the basics of the new wonders of the word elections.

Many US citizens forget about Latin America as a vacation destination. Instead, they opt to visit the more moderate climates of the Caribbean. Here are 10 reasons to visit Latin America.

As a travel writer, I am always amazed by the people, places, and mysticism one experiences when deviating from a prescribed prescribed itinerary. The isle of Cozumel in Mexico's carribean was no exception and proved to be such a place.

Do religion and science have to be mutually exclusive? This intriguing idea brings them together.

The Mayan culture is one of the most fascinating pre-Columbian cultures and deserves to be studied in its own right. If you're considering traveling to Mexico and perhaps Guatemala, here are some places you shouldn't miss.

If you think that you're going to get a taste of Mexican culture in the resort towns of Cancun, Acapulco, and Puerto Vallarta, think again.

A contest is underway to name seven new wonders of the world. Voting continues through July 6, 2007. Choose from the final list of 21 sites and vote today!

Mayan Culture utilizes the Pyramid of Kukulkan to mark the beginning and end of an era with the next era, in the Long Count, anticipated for December of 2012. Will this simply be a passage of time or a true armageddon?

The ancient Maya are one of the most mysterious and intriguing peoples of Pre-Columbian America. A high civilization existed in the Maya world prior to the Spanish conquest, and the ruins of these ancient peoples remain with us today.